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1 March 2016 By Ajaz 2 Comments

BMW 3 Series (E46) Power Steering Problems – Pumps & Racks

BMW E46 Steering Issues Is your BMW leaking power steering oil? Or does it suffer from loss of Power / Heavy Steering? If so, this could be due to a faulty Power Steering Rack or Pump.

The BMW 3 Series (E46) is a fully hydraulic steering system consisting of a Power Steering Pump, Power Steering Rack and Power Steering Hoses. You will find that some of the common issues that are experienced are similar for both the Power Steering Racks and Pumps, therefore a thorough diagnosis is always recommended before sending in for repair.

Common BMW E46 Power Steering Pump Failures

Some of the most common BMW Power Steering Pump and Power Steering Rack failures are listed below:

Whining
Heavy Steering (Either Way)
Leaking / Loss of Oil
Loss of Power (When Idling)
Loss of Power (When Idling & Whilst Revving)

Common BMW 3 Series Power Steering Rack Failures

Excessive Play in Steering Wheel
Excessive Play in Track-Rod Arms
Loss of Power (When Idling & Whilst Revving)
Leaking / Loss of Oil
Heavy Steering (Either way)
Heavy Steering (One-Way)
Knocking From Steering

When rebuilding the steering parts, we use new genuine OEM steering components to ensure each and every power steering repair meets & exceeds OE specifications, and we also keep some of the more common failing steering parts in stock as well as offer repairs of your own unit with a 2 year warranty.

If you’re experiencing power steering problems on your BMW E46 but are unsure as to which part is causing the power steering problem, give us a call on 0203 815 9441 and we would be happy to assist you. We offer free impartial advice and also offer professional diagnostic and fitting services in our workshop.

Below is a BMW E46 power steering application list showing you some of the common vehicles we have in our workshop with power steering faults.

Model	Rack	Pump	Fitting	Warranty
BMW 316i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 318ci (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 318d 265NM (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 318d 280NM (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 318i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 320d (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 320i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 323ci (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 325i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 328i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 330d (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW 330i (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW M3 (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW M3 CSL (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime
BMW M3 GTR (E46)	£POA	£POA	Available	2 Year - Lifetime

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28 January 2016 By Ajaz 3 Comments

Ford Transit Propshaft Repairs

A Propeller Shaft which is commonly known as the Propshaft, runs along the underside of both Rear Wheel Drive and Four Wheel Drive cars, to deliver power from the engine / transmission system through to the Differential and onto the wheels. Ford Transits are generally rear wheel drives, therefore are equipped with both a propshaft as well as rear drive shafts.

Common Propshaft Problems
General wear and tear, light bumps or even neglect can trigger concerns with the propshaft which can cause it to become unbalanced. Some of the more common issues that have been found to occur with Ford Transit Propshafts include:

Vibrations
Knocking / Grinding noises
Failed Universal Joint (UJ)
Failed Spicer Joint
Failed Bearing
Unbalanced Propshaft
Propshaft Vibrations
Propshaft Knocking
Propshaft Grinding

Any of the above symptoms can go on to damage the propshaft and a complete replacement could cost between £400.00 – £1200.00 + VAT (depending on the model of the vehicle) from a Ford dealership, and adding labour / fitting on top of that can further increase the costs. Although the genuine part will come directly from Ford and with 12-month warranty, the price of a replacement is usually still unappealing. Aftermarket options are also available as well as second hand units, but the warranty is generally limited and will not be as good quality as the genuine product.

Ignoring a propshaft failure may cause complete loss of drive but if it is caught early on, it does not have to be an expensive fix. As an alternative to the expensive replacement of a propshaft, you can trust us here at Sinspeed, to remanufacture the unit using genuine OEM components, with new joints and bearings and fully rebalance the unit to ensure it meets and exceeds OE specifications. Not only this, but it will also come with 12 month warranty to ensure 100% Customer Satisfaction!

If you have a problem with your Ford Transit Propshaft, give Sinspeed a call today on 0844 8479 999 for further information!

Steering

28 January 2016 By Ajaz 6 Comments

Ford Focus Electric Power Steering Column Repairs

Ford Focus Electric Power Steering Problems
Are you finding that your steering is heavy in both directions on your Ford Focus? Or do you find that there is a loss in Power Steering? If so, it may be due to a fault with your Electric Power Steering Column. Hydraulic systems that were fitted to earlier models were replaced with Electric Steering Columns which work great in concept, however this is an expensive part which is a very common failure and they all end up failing at some point, therefore either requiring repair or replacement.

Ford Focus Electric Steering Column – Common Faults
Many of the faults that occur with the Electric Power Steering on a Ford Focus will begin intermittently, and develop in to faults as listed below:

Power Steering Light illuminating on the dash
Intermittent Loss of Power
Complete Loss of Power Steering
Heavy Steering in Both Directions

The symptoms above are an indication of a faulty Electric Power Steering Column, and if ignored, it will go on to fail completely. This will cause the steering warning light to remain illuminated on the dash and the steering will go completely heavy with no power assistance.
If the fault is with the Electric Power Steering Column, the options are either to replace or repair. Replacing it with a brand new unit directly from Ford can cost in the region of £000.00 + VAT (Plus Labour + Coding) which is very expensive. You could also opt for a second hand part which in the first instance will seem more viable due to it being cheaper, however the risks involved with this include not knowing how long it will last due to limited knowledge of previous maintenance history, and it will generally only come with a limited 30 – 90 day warranty.

My Ford Focus Electric Power Steering Column Is Faulty – How can Sinspeed Help?
Here at Sinspeed, we can repair your own Electric Steering Column using only genuine OEM components, to ensure each and every rebuilt EPS Unit meets and exceeds OE Specifications. We also hold remanufactured units in stock as a direct replacement, which will not require coding as they are set to self-calibrate when fitted to your vehicle. All units will come with lifetime warranty to ensure 100% satisfaction.

If you have a problem with your Ford Focus Electric Steering Column, give Sinspeed a call today on 08448479 999 for further information!

EGR Removals

14 December 2015 By Ajaz 1 Comment

Alfa Romeo EGR Removals

Alfa Romeo EGR Removal
EGR Removal has become a popular choice for many motorists, as it can be very problematic as well as extremely expensive to repair and replace. There are many different reasons why the EGR gets blocked in the first place which can directly affect the performance of the vehicle, and can therefore be costly to fix.

Here at Sinspeed we are able to completely deactivate the EGR system on your Alfa Romeo. We provide a completely bespoke and custom EGR Delete service from start to finish. For further information or a quote, please call us today on 0203 815 9441.

What is an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve?
An Exhaust Gas Recirculation Valve often referred to as an EGR valve, is now mandatory on all new vehicles as it is designed to decrease your cars noxious emissions by prohibiting the formation of harmful gases, before being released in to the atmosphere. This is done by recirculating a portion of the exhausts and running it through the combustion process again to ensure fuel is completely burned before being released, as the unburned fuel is thought to be a huge contributor to green house gas build up.

To learn more about what an EGR valve is, check out our highly informative EGR Valve Problems and Solutions article here.

What are the common problems associated with the Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Valve System?
Recirculating carbon rich gasses can eventually cause the carbon to build up and therefore interfere with the operation of the EGR valve. When the vehicle is also fitted with a turbocharger then problems become more evident due to wear and tear of the turbocharger, which can slowly leak oil if not maintained. As you can imagine, oil as well as carbon rich gasses being caught in the EGR valve can eventually cause it block quicker as it will also become sticky.

Some of the most common problems caused by a blocked EGR include:

Smoke on Acceleration
Fluttering On Acceleration
Loss of Power
Missfire
EGR Flap Position Sensor Faults

The list above highlights some of the more common faults, which are related to the EGR system on both Diesel and Petrol vehicles. We find that occasionally, it is possible to remove the EGR valve and just clean it but this is generally only a temporary fix, as the carbon continues to build up, and re cleaning the EGR will be required again at some point.

To completely replace the EGR Valve is also an option, however the price varies from as little as £200 and can sometimes be as much as £800 + Labour.

What are the expected effects after having my EGR de-activated?
You will find that by having the EGR removed and de-activated from the vehicle’s ECU, the engine will begin to work much more effectively, as all the air coming in to the engine will be clean causing the combustion of fuel / air to be more quicker and powerful. This will also cause less wear on the engine and other components allowing it to stay cleaner for longer.

How can SINSPEED help reduce this cost & what are the options?
We offer a safe and completely bespoke EGR Delete session whereby we de-activate the EGR system entirely from the vehicle. We simply log into the vehicles on-board engine management system via the ECU and switch off the EGR valve to stop it opening and recirculating the mucky exhaust gasses and clogging up your engine. Also, when this is done professionally via the ECU, there will be no logged fault codes, no warning lights and no loss of power – because the ECU will accept our de-activation code and not look to register anything further from the EGR system.

Below is a list of the most common vehicles that are affected by EGR problems:

Make / Model
Alfa Romeo 147
Alfa Romeo 156
Alfa Romeo 166
Alfa Romeo Giulietta

All of our EGR Delete solutions come with our lifetime software warranty and are completely reversible. For more information, please call us on 0203 815 9441 or email us today.

Diesel Pumps

3 November 2015 By Ajaz 0 Comments

Saab 9-3 / 9-5 Bosch VP44 (PSG5) Diesel Pump EDC Repairs

Saab 9-3 / 9-5 Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump EDC Repairs
The Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump (PSG5) is fitted to both the Saab 9-3 as well as the Saab 9-5, and is know to be a very common failing part. Due to the Hybrid technology behind the design of the Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump we have found the unit will fail in very specific ways which will make the vehicle cut out and not start.

Sinspeed Saab 9-3 / 9-5 Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump Common Problems
The most common fault of a failed EDC unit is the vehicle not starting, however other common faults also include:

Running Rough
Stored Fault Codes
Engine Light On
Loss of Power
Struggling To Start
Complete Non-Starter

If you find any of the above symptoms with your Diesel Pump EDC and you have taken it the local dealer, you will more than likely find that the quote is very expensive for a whole replacement unit, as the EDC unit is generally not available to purchase as a separate part to the diesel pump. The costs further increase if you also add labour as well as coding / programming costs and it will only come with 12 months warranty. Other options include replacing your diesel pump with a second hand unit, however this means that the unit would only come with a limited 60-90 day warranty and would also require programming at an extra cost.

Saab 9-3 / 9-5 Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump Testing
These units are taken in on a daily basis for testing and repairs. Each unit is put through extensive tests on our latest diesel pump test rig, which allows us to communicate directly with the EDC unit to test all functions of the electronic diesel pump, and after repairing many of these failed units, we have concluded that there is a fault within the Electronic Diesel Control Unit (EDC) and not in the mechanical part of the diesel pump. By carrying out a soak test on all units we can identify not only the most common faults, but also highlight any intermittent faults.

Our Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump EDC Repair Service
Here at Sinspeed, when we carry out the repair on your Electronic Diesel Pump, we use only new and genuine OEM components and we also uprate any of the components that are the cause for the initial failure. This allows each and every Bosch VP44 diesel pump to be rebuilt to the highest standards whilst meeting and exceeding OE specifications. The current turnaround time is 3 – 5 working days and no programming will be required when fitting it back to your vehicle. All rebuilt Bosch VP44 diesel pumps also come with our Lifetime Warranty.

Note: The Bosch VP44 Electronic Diesel Control unit uses hybrid technology and can be damaged very easily so it is advised NOT to try a DIY repair. These units should only be opened by experienced specialists with extensive knowledge in hybrid EDC technology.

Removing the EDC unit can be very involved and we do offer a professional fitting service at our Diesel Pump Repair Workshop if required. Below is an application list which shows all the known vehicles fitted with this part and part numbers associated with this part. If you’re vehicle is not listed or you’re unsure, give us a call on 0203 815 9441.

ECU Repair

23 October 2015 By Ajaz 0 Comments

Fiat Bosch M 2.7 Engine ECU Repair

Type: Bosch Engine Management
Fits: Fiat
Engines:
Year:
Fuel: Petrol
Ref: ECUT2195

Note: This ECU may also fit other models.

It is a Bosch Engine ECU and we are able to fully test and rebuild these units.

Common part numbers associated with this type of unit

Bosch Number	OEM Number	Price	Warranty
0261203099		£POA	12 Months
0261204159		£POA	12 Months

ECU Repair

23 October 2015 By Ajaz 2 Comments

Fiat Bosch M 2.10.4 Engine ECU Repair

Type: Bosch Engine Management
Fits: Fiat
Engines: 2.0L
Year:
Fuel: Petrol
Ref: ECUT83195

Note: This ECU may also fit other models.

It is a Bosch Engine ECU and we are able to fully test and rebuild these units.

Common part numbers associated with this type of unit

Bosch Number	OEM Number	Price	Warranty
0261 203 994		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 168		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 381		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 422		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 478		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 479	0 046 481 483 0	£POA	12 Months
0261 204 480		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 482		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 483		£POA	12 Months
0261 204 484		£POA	12 Months

Nissan Bosch VP44 PSG5 Diesel Pump Faults

Diesel Pumps

29 September 2015 By Ajaz 2 Comments

Nissan Almera / Patrol / Terrano Bosch VP44 (PSG5) Diesel Pump EDC Repairs

Nissan Almera / Patrol / Terrano Bosch CP44 Diesel Pump EDC Repairs
Many of the Nissan models are fitted with the Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump (PSG5) but unfortunately it is known to be a very common failing part. One of the most specific failures that have been found with this part is that it makes the vehicle cut out completely and not start, and this is mostly due to the Hybrid technology behind the design of the Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump.

Nissan Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump Testing
Here at Sinspeed we take these units in on a daily basis for testing and repairs, and have found that the fault is actually within the Electronic Diesel Control (Unit EDC) and not the mechanical part of the diesel pump. By testing this on our latest diesel pump test rig, it allows for direct communication with the EDC unit to test all functions of the electronic diesel pump. The extensive soak test that is carried out flags out the most common faults as well as highlighting any intermittent faults.

Why Choose Sinspeed to Repair your Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump EDC?
Any Bosch VP44 Diesel Pump Repairs that are carried out within our Sinspeed workshop will be done using only new and genuine OEM components. We also upgrade the components in the EDC unit that causes the initial failure to ensure that each and every Bosch VP44 diesel pump is rebuilt to meet and exceed OE Specifications. We also have many of the common failing part numbers on the shelf, rebuilt and ready to exchange.

For your convenience, our turnaround time for diesel pump repairs is 3 – 5 working days and no programming is required when fitting the unit back to the vehicle – making it plug and play.

Below are some of the most common fault codes that have been found on the Nissan range, and although they can range quite a lot, it is more than likely that all faults will relate back to a failed electronic diesel control unit (EDC).

VAG Codes: 00550 / 00628 / 01268 / 01318
Other Fault Codes: P0190 / P1220 / P1335 / P1551 / P1560 / P1561 / P1600 / P1630 / P1631 / P1651 / P1660 / P1661

If you have enquired about these fault codes at dealers or local garages, you will be aware that they will charge upwards of £1000 to replace the whole unit, with labour and programming. Our diesel pump repair service is fast, efficient and affordable and we have no problems repairing these units as long as they have not been tampered with.

Note: The hybrid technology that exists within the diesel pump can be very easily damaged if not opened by a skilled professional with experience in hybrid EDC repairs.

Below you will find a Bosch VP44 (PSG5) Diesel Pump application list showing some common failing part numbers on the Nissan. If your part number is not listed on here or you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to give us a call on 0203 815 9441 and we will be happy to assist you.

Make	Model	Engine	From	To	Bosch Part Number
Nissan	Almera	2.2 Di	03/00	08/01	0470 504 012
Nissan	Patrol	3.0 Di	03/99	08/01	0470 504 022
Nissan	Terrano		03/99	08/01	0470 506 025
Make	Model	Engine	From	To	Bosch Part Number

Clutch Actuators

16 September 2015 By Ajaz 91 Comments

Mitsubishi Colt Clutch / Gear Actuator Repairs

Does your Mitsubishi Colt slip out of gears when driving or fail to even select any gears? Or does it sometimes get stuck in neutral? If so, this may be due to a failed Clutch or Gear Actuator.

The Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with an automated manual gearbox which allows it to interchange between manual or automatic at a flick of a button, which is unlike any normal 5 or 6-speed automatics. It operates on sensors and ECU’s which means it does not require a clutch pedal.

The three main components that consist within this type of gearbox include the clutch actuator assembly, a gear shift actuator assembly and a gearbox ECU. Position sensors are placed within each actuator, which allows for signals to be sent back to the gearbox ECU to determine the position of the clutch as well as what gear the vehicle is in. The gearbox ECU then also uses this information as well as the vehicle’s speed and other parameters to calculate the required gear, when the next gear change should take place and when to engage / dis-engage the clutch.

Unfortunately, as many Mitsubishi Colt owners are most likely aware of – this design has been diagnosed with faults that have caused the vehicle to sometimes be left completely immobile!

Common Clutch + Gear Actuator Problems
The most common signs to look out for when diagnosing a faulty clutch or gear actuator on your Mitsubishi Colt are listed below:

Slips Out of Gears
Gets Stuck In Neutral
Fails to Select Gears

The list above is just some of the common issues that have been diagnosed within our workshop on a daily basis.

Being such a common fault, it is likely you have either a clutch or gear actuator fault and in some cases, it is possible that both actuators have failed together. If you have contacted main dealers already, you will be aware that the price to replace the whole unit can cost in the region of £700 + VAT, which will increase as each actuator will need re-coding to the vehicle. Furthermore, if you opt to replace your unit it will only come with 12 months warranty, and as it is known to be such a common failing part, there is no guarantee that it will not fail again.

My Mitsubishi Colt Actuator is Faulty – How can SINSPEED Help Me?
We specialise in testing and repairing gear + clutch actuators for the Mitsubishi Colt as well as many other vehicles makes and models where electronic actuators control the vehicle’s gearbox. We can fully bench test and repair your Mitsubishi Colt Gear + Clutch actuator using genuine OEM parts are used when repairing the actuators, to ensure that every repaired clutch / gear actuator meets and exceeds OE specifications.

Actuators that are repaired by Sinspeed will not require re-coding when fitting back to your vehicle and for a complete peace of mind – will also come with Lifetime Warranty!

If you have a Mitsubishi Colt with a clutch or gear actuator fault then give us a call today on 0203 815 9441 or alternatively send us a quick message here.

Clutch Actuators

15 September 2015 By Ajaz 97 Comments

Smart Car Clutch Actuator + Gear Actuator Repairs

The SMART car transmission is unlike any ordinary 5 or 6-speed automatic. It is an automated manual gearbox. Which means the vehicle can be driven as a manual or automatic at the flick of a button. The vehicle does not have a clutch pedal and instead operates on sensors and ECU’s.

The system consists of a clutch actuator assembly, a gear shift actuator assembly, and a gearbox ECU. Each of the actuators will also have position sensors. Which sends signals back to the gearbox ECU to determine which gear the vehicle is in or what position the clutch is in. This information along with vehicle speed and other parameters will be used by the gearbox ECU. To calculate the required gear, when the next gear change should take place and when to engage/disengage the clutch.

As many SMART car owners are already aware, this design has many faults and can render the vehicle completely un-drivable.

Common Clutch + Gear Actuator Problems

When the clutch and gear actuators fail on the Mercedes Smart car. It doesn’t always give the same symptom. Below we’ve listed the most common fault symptoms we are aware of so far:

3 Bars / Lines Appearing on Gear Change Box
Slipping Out of Gears
Getting Stuck in Neutral
Failing to Select Gears

If your clutch or gear actuator has failed, then you may already be aware of exactly how much it can cost to replace the unit. Each actuator is coded to the vehicle and can cost upwards of £700+Vat each to replace with coding. Furthermore, the replacement unit will only come with a standard 12-month warranty and being that it is such a common failing part, it doesn’t give much confidence that the problem won’t re-occur.

We receive clutch & gear actuators for repair on a daily basis for the following vehicles:

Smart City
Smart ForTwo
Smart ForFour
Smart Roadster

We have also compiled a short list of part numbers associated to the failing clutch & gear actuator units. Note: this is not a complete list of part numbers, only the most common part numbers we frequently see in our workshops are listed.

Partnumbers	Partnumbers
000 3226 V011	01 3981 007 101
000 3226 V012	01 3981 000 022
000 3226 V014	01 3981 000 066
000 3226 V016	01 3981 000 070
A 451 250 00 62	A 454 257 05 79

My Mercedes Smart Car Actuator is Faulty – How Can SINSPEED Help Me?

We specialise in the testing and repair of clutch + gear actuator units, not just for Smart cars but for all vehicle makes and models where the vehicles gearbox is controlled by electronic actuators. We’re able to fully bench test and repair the Smart car clutch actuator and gear actuator units. We use new genuine OEM parts when repairing the actuators to ensure each and every repaired clutch/gear actuator meets and exceeds OE specifications.

The repaired actuators will be returned to you with a Lifetime warranty for complete peace of mind and will not require re-coding when fitting back to the vehicle – simply plug & play!

If you have a Mercedes Smart Car with a clutch or gear actuator fault then give us a call today on 0203 815 9441.

BMW 3 Series (E46) Power Steering Problems – Pumps & Racks

Ford Transit Propshaft Repairs

Ford Focus Electric Power Steering Column Repairs

Alfa Romeo EGR Removals

Saab 9-3 / 9-5 Bosch VP44 (PSG5) Diesel Pump EDC Repairs

Fiat Bosch M 2.7 Engine ECU Repair

Fiat Bosch M 2.10.4 Engine ECU Repair

Nissan Almera / Patrol / Terrano Bosch VP44 (PSG5) Diesel Pump EDC Repairs

Mitsubishi Colt Clutch / Gear Actuator Repairs

Smart Car Clutch Actuator + Gear Actuator Repairs

Common Clutch + Gear Actuator Problems

My Mercedes Smart Car Actuator is Faulty – How Can SINSPEED Help Me?

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